Earth Day Celebration

Refresh your approach to making our world a healthier place with various exhibits, displays and activities that will give you a chance to explore effective and convenient ways to green your lifestyle.
Presented by Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation and Virginia Beach Clean Community Commission.​ Earth Day Celebration is a Virginia Green event.

​Event Highlights

​Recycling Zone | 10 am - 3 pm

All recycling will take place in Parking Lot 1 at Mount Trashmore Park, located near the YMCA. **Please enter from South Boulevard.** ​Electronics Recycling - Get rid of those unwanted electronics! View a list of accepted items. Please note that we are unable to accept tube televisions at this event. Provided by Goodwill Industries

Document Shredding - Bring your personal documents to be shredded for free​​. Limit 5 boxes per vehicle. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed but please no metals, three-ring binders, batteries or plastics.

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal - Don't put that leftover paint or household cleaner in the trash! We'll properly dispose of these items for you. No more than 5 gallons of liquids or 75 pounds of dry chemical can be accepted at this event. Waste should be in original container with labeling intact. View a list of accepted items. Provided by Virginia Beach Public Works Department

Metals Recycling - Did you know we can recycle the metal from your old power tools or even a vacuum cleaner? View a list of accepted items. Provided by Virginia Beach Public Works Department​

Light Fixture & Ceiling Fan Recycling

Hand Tool & Power Tool Recycling

Hardware & Lumber Recycling - screws, nuts, bolts and brackets; lumber must be 5’ piece minimum, no nails or screws, no water damage or warping​